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Stories published August 13, 2014
Please note, our last day of publication was Saturday, August 31, 2019.
YSU commencement Saturday to add more graduates to record year
If commencements at Youngstown State University this past academic year looked a little crowded, they were.
Aug. 23 event to help 27-year-old with inoperable tumor on optic nerve
In less than 24 hours, Kevina Koval will start 10 months’ worth of weekly chemotherapy sessions to treat the inoperable tumor that has grown onto her optic nerve.
Official, relative get few answers about Tuesday's prison protest
Questions are being raised after a number of prisoners staged a protest at the Northeast Ohio Correctional Center on Hubbard Road.
Mahoning auditor, state Dems dispute state audit's call for concessions
A performance audit by state Auditor Dave Yost, which recommends $566,500 in annual personnel cost savings in the Mahoning County Engineer’s Office, appears to have become a political football at the local and state levels.
Eastern Gateway invited to White House event
Laura Meeks, president of Eastern Gateway Community College, was one of 27 community college presidents to attend a White House event this week aimed at improving success for students who need remediation.
Lowellville starting neighborhood watch group
Even in a village of only 1.44 square miles and slightly more than 1,000 residents, Lowellville’s police force can’t be everywhere at once.
Liberty to repair headstones after Hummer crash
The township is going ahead with repairs to five historic headstones that were damaged when a Hummer crashed into Church Hill Cemetery in June.
Wellington resentenced for killing his wife
As ordered by the 7th District Court of Appeals, Judge Maureen A. Sweeney has resentenced a man who admitted killing his wife.
Austintown Fire Department gets federal Humvee for $9,000
The fire department spent only $9,000 on a new truck to fight brush fires and help with wooded area issues.
'Level 3 Emergency' will trigger more goods, funds, assets to displaced Iraqis
The United Nations on Wednesday announced its highest level of emergency for the humanitarian crisis in Iraq, where hundreds of thousands have been driven from their homes and tens of thousands had been trapped on a desert mountain by the advance of Islamic militants across the north of the country.
Air strikes, aid drops help escapes, lowering need for rescue from Iraqi mountain
Crediting U.S. airstrikes and humanitarian aid, the Obama administration said Wednesday many trapped Iraqis have fled a mountain where they had sought refuge from militants, making it less likely the military would have to carry out a potentially dangerous rescue mission.
Register Friday for annual Zombie Run
Early registration is Friday for Frightmare Forest’s second annual Zombie Run will be at 5 p.m. Sept. 13, at Lazy Dazy Farm, 2061 Atkinson Ave. on the city’s East Side.
Robin Williams' pain always hidden — even to close friends
In public, Robin Williams shared only the joy he found in life, never the sorrow. He was the same man in private, shielding even longtime friends from the darkness of depression that finally enveloped him.
24-year-old from Oregon named national Scrabble champ
Conrad Bassett-Bouchard started his championship Scrabble game Wednesday with the word "zilch" and finished with the opposite - the $10,000 prize and title of national Scrabble champion.
AP journalist, Palestinian translator killed in Gaza
Six people - including an Associated Press video journalist - were killed Wednesday when leftover ordnance believed to have been dropped in an Israeli airstrike blew up in the Gaza Strip.
Mahoning engineer seeks clarification of auditor's finding
Mahoning engineer seeks clarification of auditor's finding
UPDATE: Hamas agrees to extend cease-fire
Egyptian mediators raced Wednesday to pin down a long-term cease-fire between Israel and Hamas to prevent more fighting in the Gaza war, as Hamas said it agreed to extend a temporary truce that was set to expire at midnight.
Mahoning County health board finance committee meets Thursday
Mahoning County health board finance committee meets Thursday
Warren City Schools has back-to-school event Monday
Warren City Schools has back-to-school event Monday
UPDATE | Private prison in Youngstown remains on lockdown
Private prison in Youngstown remains on lockdown
Commissioners hire attorney to refute RG Steel claim
Commissioners hire attorney to refute RG Steel claim
Campbell cops make drug arests during traffic stop
Campbell cops make drug arests during traffic stop
Exhaust fan causes smoke at Lordstown GM, fire crews respond
Exhaust fan causes smoke at Lordstown GM, fire crews respond
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
THURSDAY Col. Louis J. Campbell VFW Post 3538, 157 Lowellville Road, Struthers, will serve
Toastmaster members win 1st place
Two members of Executive 408 Toastmasters took first place at a speech contest on Aug. 4.
School is seeking former students
School is seeking former students YOUNGSTOWN Sts. Peter and Paul School is planning a reunion
UPDATE: Motorcyclist dies in Boardman crash
One person was seriously injured in a crash involving a motorcycle and a vehicle at about 9:20 tonight, according to Ohio State Highway Patrol dispatchers.
OVI patrols will increase next few weeks
Police officers stepping up patrols to keep highways safe
Valley native Chris Columbus speaks about life with Robin Williams
Chris Columbus, who grew up in Champion, worked with Williams in the hit film 'Mrs. Doubtfire'
Wright choice: Ursuline’s Hughes commits to Raiders
Mark Hughes will have green in his jersey not only next year but for years to come.
Richmond returns to Big Red football
A former Ohio high school football player found guilty of raping a 16-year-old girl after an alcohol-fueled party two years ago returned to the field Tuesday with his old team.
Survey can save Canfield Fairgoers on admission price
A resident near the fairgrounds wants a manure pit moved.
Volquez, Pirates beat Tigers again
The Pirates improved to 64-55 with the win and wrapped up the eight-game homestand 5-3.
Pettine: Hoyer, Manziel both to get first-team reps
Cleveland Browns coach Mike Pettine says he expects Brian Hoyer and Johnny Manziel to get equal reps with the first-team offense next Monday night against Washington.
State audit says Mahoning engineer could save $566,500 a year
A state performance audit made 19 recommendations to improve the Mahoning County Engineer’s Office.
SPORTS DIGEST || Four Scrappers combine for shutout
Four Scrappers combine for shutout State College, Pa. Mahoning Valley pitchers Julian
United Way program for preschoolers wraps up in Boardman
United Way program for preschoolers wraps up this week in Boardman
Christopher Dellick gets 6 years for cutting wife, trespassing
Christopher Dellick, 36, of Howland Township said he was “an innocent man” with a clean record, not guilty of cutting his wife’s leg in their Champion Township home and forcing his way into another house last October.
Trumbull elections board certifies candidates, referendums
The elections board approved Enzo Cantalamessa to appear on the November ballot as the Democratic candidate for county commissioner, and J.D. Williams as the Republican candidate.
DEPRESSION/SUICIDE HELP
DEPRESSION/SUICIDE HELP Who can you call? Local agencies and other sources to find help and
New restaurant opens in Austintown
Saadeys Place opened in Austintown offering American entrees.
Depression can be treated if you take the first step
The death of actor-comedian Robin Williams has opened up a national conversation about depression. Here, Mahoning Valley mental health professionals offer how to recognize and deal with depression in yourself or others. One notes that men often find it more difficult to ask for help, but said more are calling the Help Hotline Crisis Center.
ODDLY ENOUGH
ODDLY ENOUGH Wanted: Repeat bank robber who has a fondness for hats MINEOLA, N.Y. Police in
Achievement under attack
Opinion: New York’s mayor, Bill de Blasio, like so many others who call themselves “progressive,” is gung-ho
Ebola strikes hard in Africa, but the response is worldwide
Editorial: Africa, a land of indescrib- able beauty, is once again the site of unimaginable pain and
Robin Williams: Loss of a comedic genius
By DAVID BAUDER AP Television Writer NEW YORK The question from a fan in a Sirius XM
Robin Williams | 5 films
Robin Williams, the Oscar-winning actor and comedian who died Monday at age 63 of an apparent
Condemned Ohio inmate did suffer, expert says
Associated Press COLUMBUS A condemned Ohio inmate put to death during a prolonged execution
Wife of detained American seeks mercy from N. Korea
Associated Press LEBANON, OHIO The wife and three children of an American man charged with
ASK MR. KNOW-IT-ALL Whatever happened to Burns and Allen’s children?
by Gary Clothier Q: I’m watching reruns of “Emergency!” When the station is called, particulars of
DETROIT Flooding slows down automakers’ production
Associated Press DETROIT Record-setting rainfall in the Detroit area has slowed vehicle
MISSOURI TEEN’S SHOOTING Police refuse to release name of officer
Associated Press FERGUSON, MO. The Rev. Al Sharpton pressed police Tuesday to release the name
Record crops predicted; farmers market carefully
Farmers will produce a record-breaking corn harvest this year, surpassing earlier expectations of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, which Tuesday revised upward its estimate of this year’s corn crop to 14 billion bushels to exceed last year’s 13.9 billion bushel record.
Whistling in the dark
Opinion: Belleville (Ill.) News-Democrat: For decades hospitals X-rayed Halloween candy and parents made
US job openings hit 13-year-plus high
US job openings hit 13-year-plus high WASHINGTON U.S. employers in June advertised the most
Trumbull capital murder trial to proceed Aug. 28
David Martin is charged with the shooting death of one man and wounding a woman in October 2012.
Atlantic City’s Revel Casino plans to close in September
Associated Press ATLANTIC CITY, N.J. When it opened a little more than two years ago, many
Police: Mom helped son in ‘fire challenge’
Police: Mom helped son in ‘fire challenge’ A North Carolina woman has been arrested and accused of
NEWSMAKERS
NEWSMAKERS Publicist: Kasem kids worry about body status LOS ANGELES A publicist for Casey
Natural-gas pipeline planned for Ohio, WV
Associated Press CHARLESTON, W.VA. A company is planning a $1.75 billion project that includes
Lauren Bacall, 89, dies
Combined dispatches NEW YORK Lauren Bacall, the slinky, sultry-voiced actress who created on-
METRO DIGEST || Mayor McNally on list for jury duty
Mayor McNally on list for jury duty YOUNGSTOWN Youngstown Mayor John A. McNally is on the list
Authorities say Williams hanged himself with belt in his bedroom
Associated Press SAN RAFAEL, Calif. Robin Williams’ personal assistant found the actor who was
Births
Births St. Elizabeth Health Center Dan and Samantha Vecchione, Boardman, girl, Aug. 11. Dennis
METRO DIGEST || MetroMutts Yappy Hour Thursday at Lake Glacier
Yappy Hour event set YOUNGSTOWN Mill Creek MetroParks’ Lake Glacier Boathouse will be closed to
POLICE CALLS IN CANFIELD, AUSTINTOWN
POLICE CALLS A summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown Township:
Vice raids net guns, cash
Staff report YOUNGSTOWN Members of the police department’s vice squad serving search warrants
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Trumbull Career and Technical Center school board, 7 p.m., board room, TCTC, 528
Iraq’s PM seems increasingly isolated
Associated Press BAGHDAD His days in power in Iraq appear increasingly numbered. World leaders,
Chapin: Players compete first, then entertain
A recent online story about baseball asserted that the game should embrace colorful characters, off-beat antics and overt emotional outbursts for their entertainment value.
Legal experts: Stewart not in clear
The NASCAR star could be charged with second-degree manslaughter under New York law if prosecutors believe he “recklessly caused the death of another person.”
Pudding-powered snacks
Pudding-powered snacks These days, more and more snackers are looking for something wholesome and
WHO: It's ethical to try untested drugs
Associated Press MADRID The World Health Organization declared that it’s ethical to use untested
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